Sermons on Growing In The Lord:

Mama, Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Preachers

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 27, 2005

Does God still call men and women to full time ministry? What does it mean to be "called"?

The Highest Call or Mama, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Preachers Acts 26:19 "So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the vision from heaven.” (NIV) What does it mean to be “called”? Today, we are celebrating God’s call upon the live of Pastor Randy Tingle. Today, the Church of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Growing In Wisdom: Even 12 Year Old Jesus Needed To Learn

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Jan 6, 2025

By looking at the story of 12 year old Jesus wandering away from Mary and Joseph to go to the Jerusalem Temple, this sermon’s ultimate goal is to highlight that Jesus is fully Man as well as fully God, thus He needed to "grow in wisdom" just like the rest of us.

Because today marks the Christian feast of Epiphany—the day in which the Three Kings (the Magi) finally arrived in Bethlehem to adore the newly born Christ Child—this also means that today marks the official end to the liturgical season of Christmas! ?Now for some of us here, this might be a sad ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Our Lord Jesus Christ Is Risen!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 13, 2009

Matthew 28:6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. He is not in the grave, but at the right hand of the Father in Heaven!!!! Ephesians 1:15-23. He ever lives to make intercession for us!! Hebrews 7:25 Where

Our Lord Jesus Christ is Risen! Matthew 28:6 He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay. He is not in the grave, but at the right hand of the Father in Heaven!!!! Ephesians 1:15-23. He ever lives to make intercession for us!! Hebrews 7:25 Wherefore he is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6-28

Only One Way To Represent The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of respecting God's holiness, obeying His commands, and understanding the sanctity of His service through the story of David and Uzzah.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I am delighted to be standing here, in this sacred space, where we gather to break bread and share the Word. It is a joy and a privilege to be in fellowship with you all. Today, we find ourselves in the pages of 1 Chronicles, specifically, in chapter 13, verses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:7-12

Topics: Ark, Presence Of God

Home In His Grace; Growing In Faith (A Homecoming Service Message)

Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 26, 2024

This sermon emphasizes embracing our place in God's family, committing to spiritual growth, living as a dwelling place for His Spirit and is an invitation to find security, belonging, and love in God's grace and to continually grow in faith together as a church.

Introduction Video Ill.: Welcome Home - Playback Media I say it too: Welcome home! Home, Sweet Home By Sermon Central [(Michael P. Green. (2000). 1500 illustrations for biblical preaching (68). Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books.) From a sermon by Matthew Kratz, Hope that Stands in the Storm] Copied ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 1:13-14, Psalm 18:2, 2 Peter 3:18, Luke 8:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Persevering In The Lord's Work Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 2, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of being steadfast in our work for the Lord.

PERSEVERING IN THE LORD’S WORK Haggai 2:1-9 Quite often, I begin certain projects and about halfway through the process I ask, “what was I thinking getting myself into this?” Sometimes tasks that we think will be relatively easy to accomplish become far more complicated than we expected and ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Favor Of The Lord - Part Four

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Dec 19, 2003

The Favor of God is a neglected topic that robs every believer of the blessings of God.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Walking in the Favor of the Lord By Pastor Jerry C. Vargo ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Suddenly The Lord You Are Seeking Will Come

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 27, 2002

Advent Sermon 1. The Lord came suddenly 2000 years ago 2. The Lord will come again suddenly (2nd Coming) 3. The Lord will come again THIS Christmas

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Sunday Morning, December 1, 2002 Title: "Suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come" Mal 3:1 (NIV) Text: Malachi 3:1-7 Introduction 1. When I was a young boy growing up, with my brother and sister, we LOVED Christmas!! We had some special ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1

Denomination: Nazarene

The Lord Will Heal You, Part 5 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 7, 2014

The Gospel According to Hosea The Lord Will Heal You, part 5

The Gospel According to Hosea The Lord Will Heal You, part 5 Hosea 5 David Taylor We are a third of the way through our summer series, The Gospel According to Hosea, looking at God's faithful love for an unfaithful people. Let me recap where we have been. The first three chapters set the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Doth The Lord Require Of Thee

Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 13, 2021

God has brought a charge against His people, and the charge is the same that He brings to us today. Their religion and their worship had become nothing but emptiness and meaningless rituals. All of it had become unrelated to their character and unrelated to their daily life.

They were deeply religious. They were very faithful in performing the acts of worship, but they were empty and meaningless. They had no affect whatsoever on the character of those who worship and on their daily walk and activities. As we go through this life serving God, we need to be careful not ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

O Taste And See That The Lord Is Good

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 7, 2025

O TASTE AND SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD 1. GOD'S GOODNESS 2. GOOD WORKS 3. GOOD FIGHT

O TASTE AND SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD 1. GOD'S GOODNESS 2. GOOD WORKS 3. GOOD FIGHT ************************* O TASTE AND SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD Psalm 34: 8 8 Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! 1. GOD'S GOODNESS Psalm 4: 6 - 8 6 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord, Make Us And Send Us Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 16, 2026

In 21st-century Britain, we have many who attend church, but far fewer who truly follow Christ. We have information at our fingertips, sermons on demand, podcasts in abundance—but discipleship is not about consumption; it is about consecration.

Lord, Make Us and Send Us Introduction: The Difference Between Attendance and Allegiance In 21st-century Britain, we have many who attend church, but far fewer who truly follow Christ. We have information at our fingertips, sermons on demand, podcasts in abundance—but discipleship is not about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-5, Luke 9:23, Romans 12:1, 2 Timothy 2:2, Matthew 28:18-20, John 15:5, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lord Make Me A Good Preacher PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the power of making right choices, the importance of listening to God's Word, and the responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel, using Acts 15:22-35 as a guide.

Good morning, church family! I'm excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We're going to explore the power of making the right choices, the importance of truly listening to God's Word, and the immense responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel - hefty stuff, I know. But don't worry, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:22-35

Topics: Choice

What To Expect God Can Do In Our Old Age!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 21, 2016

Many times when people find that they cannot do as much as they did in the past, they feel as if God cannot use them in their old age.

WHAT TO EXPECT GOD CAN DO IN OUR OLD AGE! Deuteronomy 34:1-34:7 Many times when people find that they cannot do as much as they did in the past, they feel as if God cannot use them in their old age. In this sermon outline we just list a few of the many blessing the aged can expect and to ask and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-7

Mothers Influence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 2, 2016

A sermon for Mothers Day in which we realize the powerful influence for good that mothers can have on their children.

1. One man described his mother's influence in his life: * My mother taught me RELIGION: "You better pray that will come of the carpet." * My mother taught me LOGIC: "Because I said so, that's why." * My mother taught me CONTORTIONISM: "Will you look at the dirt on the back of your neck!" * My ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ